SBU Fulbright prof heads to Ethiopia
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Word&Way to form strategy plan
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. —- Word&Way will launch a strategic planning process to position itself for the future. Trustees approved the effort during their regular session May 14 at the paper’s offices in Jefferson City, Mo.
HLGU sustains damage in May 20 storm
Several structures -- including the science building -- on the Hannibal-LaGrange University campus in Hannibal, Mo. suffered wind and water damage from a severe storm May 20.
Do churches operate on a need-to-know basis?
Does communication make much difference in churches? Can’t most members find out what they need or want to know? The complex answer often boils down to the distinction between “need” and “want” — and who controls the desired information.
A pair of mighty oaks have fallen
A well-liked old pastor friend had a way with words. He had a particular expression he used when certain Baptist leaders died. “A mighty oak has fallen,” he would say, usually prompting a chorus of “amens.” The description could certainly fit a
Tell the truth and trust the people really does work
Many churches have cut back the number of business meetings they hold each year. Some have scaled back publications, particularly as mailed-out print versions.
But does communication make much difference in churches anyway? Can’t most members find out what they
Motherhood: Ministry of presence
Mother’s Day takes on special significance for me and my family this year. It is the first anniversary of a personal family crisis. As it has turned out 12 months later, we are left with a wonderful Mother’s Day testimony.
Communicating the Story effectively
Three blind men came across an elephant. The man who touched the elephant’s side described it to the others as massive, like a wall. The one who approached its tail said the elephant was more like a rope. The third man touched
Members okay change to CBF Heartland at general assembly
COLUMBIA, Mo. — The Cooperative Baptist Fellowship of Missouri changed its identity to Cooperative Baptist Fellowship Heartland by unanimously approving amendments to its bylaws during its general assembly April 26 at Memorial Baptist Church of Columbia.
The Baptist Home celebrates 100 years
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